To the Virgins and High Priests of the Second Ward: An Easter Message

by: Bored in Vernal

April 24, 2011

Today is not a day for rosary-beaded rumination, not a day for bathing his feet with tears, or oil, or any other expensive ungent of the soul. Temple-toned whispers are not welcome here; nor silent reverie. And even Contemplation, Meditation, Urbane oration, Have no station at this cross – It is empty.

Rise, Shout him to the skies. Another day will come to press a tithing envelope into the Bishop’s hands; to set the organ on “harp.” Today is the day to welcome the trumpets and tambourines into the chapel. Seal him not in the grave with your grief. Kiss Him not on those pierced hands, But on his mouth.

This poem made me feel joy at the thought of you or I kissing Jesus and in your belief in his literal resurrection. I firmly believe he is risen and that he wants us to celebrate by living lives to through joyous expressions. I long to be with him in the celestial kingdom. Your poem touched me in meaningful ways. You are a gifted poet I hope you will continue sharing your gift with me and others.